Country Background

Bolivia, while one of the least-developed countries in South America, is rich in native culture. With a primarily indigenous population, the Spanish-influenced architecture, music and art have developed a distinctive and renowned folk tradition in a style known as "Mestizo Baroque." While only half the size of Texas, an enormous diversity of ecological zones are represented within Bolivia's territory with the Andes Mountains in the west and Amazon rainforest to the east. World-famous Lake Titicaca, the world's highest lake is located on the border between Bolivia and Peru and the world's largest salt flat lies in the southwest corner of the country. Bolivia's capital La Paz is the highest capital in the world.

Much of ancient culture still lives in Boliva from the physical to the traditional. The country is rife with ruins of temples, churches and colonial settlements. Indigenous festivals such as Yintip Raymi, the Solemn Feast of the Sun, offer a glimpse into the pre-Columbian times, creating a bridge between the past and the present.

Volunteer Projects in Bolivia

	Teaching Santa Cruz, Bolivia	Starting at $650
	Street Childrens Home Santa Cruz, Bolivia	Starting at $650
	Animal Conservation Santa Cruz, Bolivia	Starting at $650
	Environmental Conservation Santa Cruz, Bolivia	Starting at $650
	Teaching Children with Disabilities Santa Cruz, Bolivia	Starting at $650
	Sports Coaching Santa Cruz, Bolivia	Starting at $650